2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |